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For over 15 years, the WhisperLite Shaker Jet Stove has clearly been the leader in backpacking stoves, setting this tough standard with its simple and reliable design. Simple means easy to use, easy to pack, easy to clean, and easy to maintain in the field—the WhisperLite is all of the above. The Whisperlight is a lightweight, compact stove, and fits into an MSR cookset for storage.

High altitude camping doesn't bother a liquid gas stove.Unlike propane canisters that have to be kept warm or they loose pressure.The WhisperLite Shaker Jet stove handles just about any kind of pan or pot.Compact and very stable when unfolded.Shaking it prior to lighting it cleans any accumulated soot buildup and expedites lighting and provides a cleaner burning stove.

I've used a WhisperLite on backpack trips in the Rockies, for car camping, and on picnics for the last 10 years. Bought a second to use in an upcoming trip for some new backpackers, for which I'll be supplying gear. Can't be beat for ease of use and durability. I've never had a problem with it on any trip. If it has a down fall, it can be difficult to regulate for "serious" cooking, i.e. simmer, but for boiling water and general use, it's great!